Christian Religious Studies

Founded in 2021 in Okija, Anambra State, Gonzaga Jesuit College is the fourth Jesuit secondary school in Nigeria, following those in Abuja, Port Harcourt, and Lagos. It is run by the Society of Jesus, in collaboration with the Handmaids of the Holy Child Jesus, and welcomes both Christian and non-Christian students.

Gonzaga Jesuit College, Okija, is a Jesuit-run co-ed boarding secondary school that blends high-quality academics, faith and values-based formation, modern infrastructure, and scholarship programs to make a positive impact in Nigeria.

Location: Okija, Anambra
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• The role involves guiding students to apply Catholic social doctrine such as human dignity, the common good, solidarity, and care for creation, to contemporary social, economic, and ethical issues, while preparing them for academic excellence.
• The CRS / CST Teacher is responsible for instructing students in Biblical literacy, Christian history, and the foundational principles of Catholic Social Teaching.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a structured, respectful classroom environment that encourages thoughtful discussion on complex moral and social issues.
• Prepare, administer, and grade continuous assessments, termly examinations, and mock tests in line with institutional and national standards.
• Help students connect scriptural knowledge with practical social justice, community service, and ethical decision-making.
• Design and deliver lessons that integrate standard CRS topics with the core pillars of Catholic Social Teaching.

Requirements
Educational Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education with a specialization in Christian Religious Studies / Religious Studies (B.A. Ed. / B.Ed.).
• Professional certification with the national teaching regulatory body (e.g., TRCN) is highly preferred.
• Alternative: A Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Theology, Religious Studies, or Philosophy from a recognized Catholic or secular university, combined with a Post Graduate Diploma in Education (PGDE).

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of teaching experience in a secondary school, preferably within a Catholic educational institution.

Skills & Competencies:

• Empathy & Mentorship: Strong interpersonal skills to provide moral guidance, counseling, and spiritual mentorship to students.
• Critical Thinking Facilitation: Ability to lead balanced, mature discussions on social justice, human rights, and contemporary societal challenges.
• Instructional Technique: Proficiency in lesson planning, objective grading, and utilizing modern educational tools to teach abstract ethical concepts.
• Theological Competence: Deep knowledge of the Old and New Testaments, Catholic theology, papal encyclicals (e.g., Rerum Novarum, Laudato Si’, Fratelli Tutti), and the Catechism of the Catholic Church.

Other Requirements:

• Practicing Catholic: A strong commitment to the Catholic faith, with a lifestyle that reflects Gospel values and church teachings.
• Ethical Standing: Unblemished character reference from a parish priest or previous institutional employer.
• Commitment to Duty: Exceptional professional discipline, punctuality, and dedication to the holistic formation of youth.

Remuneration

• Competitive base salary aligned with the institution’s established salary structure (Salary: N150,000 per month).
• Benefits include comprehensive health insurance, pension contributions, and opportunities for ongoing professional development.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV, a formal Cover Letter, and provide contact details of two referees (valid phone numbers and email addresses) to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

Note: After the initial screening, selected candidates will be invited to attend an in-person interview.